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SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 3

SSC CGL - 19 Sep 2024 - Shift 2 • English • Q3

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Recently, the (1)________ of heart-attacks in young Indians (2)________ increased tremendously. Doctors are surprised to note that young men and women with seemingly healthy lifestyle are suffering deadly heart attacks. (3)________ diet and exercise play a (4)________ role in a person’s overall well being, mental health is also a valuable factor. The (5)________ urban lifestyle is causing anxiety and depression in young Indians which may be a major factor behind the increased numbers.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Although.

Context: We need a connector that shows contrast between the importance of diet/exercise and mental health. The sentence contrasts physical and mental health factors in causing heart issues.

Analysis of the given options:

  • Since: implies cause, not contrast
  • Although: introduces a contrast appropriately
  • In spite of: would require noun/gerund ('In spite of diet')
  • However: used between two complete sentences

Correct word: Although

Reason: It correctly sets up a contrast between diet/exercise and mental health.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.